Bychok Law, PC

About Bychok Law, PC — Real Estate Brooklyn, New York

Bychok Law, PC handles real estate Brooklyn clients facing foreclosure, property transactions, and related legal matters throughout Kings County. The firm’s practice spans real estate, foreclosure defense, bankruptcy, and immigration — a combination that serves Brooklyn’s diverse property-owning community, where legal needs often cross disciplinary lines. The firm’s foreclosure service background reflects active representation of homeowners facing lender action in the New York courts. Find other real estate attorneys in Brooklyn for your specific Kings County matter.

Brooklyn property owners dealing with financial hardship often face overlapping legal challenges — a threatened foreclosure may coincide with a bankruptcy filing, and an immigration status issue may affect how property is held or transferred. Bychok Law’s multi-practice structure addresses these intersecting needs for Kings County clients.

What Clients Say

Clients of Bychok Law describe a firm that approaches complex, multi-issue legal situations with practical guidance. For Brooklyn homeowners simultaneously dealing with foreclosure and financial restructuring, having a firm that covers both areas removes the friction of coordinating between separate legal teams.

Real Estate Brooklyn — Practice Areas & Services

• Foreclosure defense — representing Kings County homeowners in judicial foreclosure proceedings in New York Supreme Court.
• Real estate closings — purchase and sale representation for Brooklyn residential property buyers and sellers.
• Bankruptcy and real estate — advising clients on how bankruptcy filings affect Brooklyn property ownership, mortgage obligations, and pending closings.
• Property transfer and deed work — handling transfers of Brooklyn real estate including deed preparation and Kings County recordation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a loan modification and how can it help Brooklyn homeowners facing foreclosure?

A loan modification is a permanent change to your mortgage terms — such as a reduced interest rate, extended repayment period, or principal forbearance — negotiated with the lender to make monthly payments affordable and avoid foreclosure. In New York, the mandatory foreclosure settlement conference process gives homeowners the opportunity to seek a modification before a judgment is entered. Having an attorney represent you at the conference significantly improves the documentation and negotiating leverage available to you in Kings County Supreme Court proceedings.

What happens to my mortgage if I file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy in New York?

Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows Brooklyn homeowners to catch up on missed mortgage payments through a 3–5 year court-approved repayment plan while keeping their home. The automatic stay that takes effect upon filing halts any pending foreclosure action immediately. As long as the homeowner continues making current mortgage payments plus the Chapter 13 plan payment, the lender cannot proceed with foreclosure during the plan period. Successful completion of the plan eliminates mortgage arrears and restores the loan to current status.

Can I transfer my Brooklyn property to a family member to avoid foreclosure?

Transferring property to a family member to place it beyond a lender’s reach is a fraudulent conveyance under New York law and can be unwound by the courts. Lenders and bankruptcy trustees have the legal authority to challenge transfers made within a look-back period — typically 2 years under New York Debtor and Creditor Law and up to 2 years under federal bankruptcy law — if the transfer was made without fair consideration. An attorney can advise on legitimate estate planning strategies that accomplish family property goals without triggering fraudulent transfer exposure.